NRA-PVF Endorses John Boozman for U.S. Senate

Fairfax, Va. - Today the National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) is announcing its endorsement of John Boozman for election to the U.S. Senate this November.

"The NRA-PVF is proud to endorse John Boozman because he is a staunch defender of the Second Amendment freedoms of law-abiding gun owners, hunters and sportsmen in Arkansas," said Chris W. Cox, chairman of NRA-PVF. "Because of his solid and consistent pro-gun support, John Boozman has earned an 'A' rating and endorsement from the NRA-PVF."

Rep. Boozman has demonstrated a proven commitment to Second Amendment rights by cosponsoring National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity legislation and authoring the Secure Access to Firearms Enhancement Act. He voted for the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act that prevents attempts to bankrupt the American gun industry through bogus lawsuits and to prohibit gun confiscation during states of emergency. He also voted to restore Second Amendment freedoms in our nation's capital through the Second Amendment Enforcement Act and voted in favor of allowing commercial airline pilots to be armed in the cockpit. Finally, Boozman voted last year to allow concealed carry permit holders to carry and transport firearms for self-defense in national parks and wildlife refuges.

"On November 2nd, I urge all Arkansas NRA members and gun owners to vote John Boozman for U.S. Senate," Cox concluded.

Chris W. Cox is NRA's chief lobbyist. He also serves as chairman of NRA-PVF. The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund is responsible for political candidate rankings. These are based on candidate voting records, public statements and responses to NRA-PVF questionnaires.

Established in 1871, the National Rifle Association is America's oldest civil rights and sportsmen's group. More than five million members strong, NRA continues to uphold the Second Amendment and advocates enforcement of existing laws against violent offenders to reduce crime. The Association remains the nation's leader in firearm education and training for law-abiding gun owners, law enforcement and the armed services. Be sure to follow the NRA on Facebook and on Twitter @NRA.

The NRA Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) is NRA's political action committee. The NRA-PVF ranks political candidates — irrespective of party affiliation — based on voting records, public statements and their responses to an NRA-PVF questionnaire.

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The NRA-PVF is non-partisan in issuing its candidate grades and endorsements. Our decisions are not based on a candidate's party affiliation, but rather on his or her record on Second Amendment issues. The NRA is a single issue organization. The only issues on which we evaluate candidates seeking elected office are gun-related issues.

Indicates an NRA Endorsed Candidate.

A+

A legislator with not only an excellent voting record on all critical NRA issues, but who has also made a vigorous effort to promote and defend the Second Amendment.

A

Solidly pro-gun candidate. A candidate who has supported NRA positions on key votes in elective office or a candidate with a demonstrated record of support on Second Amendment issues.

AQ

A pro-gun candidate whose rating is based solely on the candidate's responses to the NRA-PVF Candidate Questionnaire and who does not have a voting record on Second Amendment issues.

B

A generally pro-gun candidate. However, a "B" candidate may have opposed some pro-gun reform or supported some restrictive legislation in the past.

C

Not necessarily a passing grade. A candidate with a mixed record or positions on gun related issues, who may oppose some pro-gun positions or support some restrictive legislation.

D

An anti-gun candidate who usually supports restrictive gun control legislation and opposes pro-gun reforms. Regardless of public statements, can usually be counted on to vote wrong on key issues.